… As the weather cools, smart kitchen gardeners search for ways to stretch the growing season, hoping for a few more salads…an extra harvest of kale…or (gasp!) truly fresh veggies on the table at … a manageable way to try it. Along the way, you might find that a hoophouse has extra benefits for your garden, too. Raised beds at the Fruit & Vegetable Garden are equipped with practical …
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… at the center with a bright yellow stripe on the lip of this non-hardy ground orchid. Known for months of flower production, these orchids are great accents for seasonal displays with a tropical flare. …
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… May Fertilize roses with a liquid 20-20-20 solution when flower buds are set. Monitor roses for insects and diseases. Check daily for black spot, especially in wet weather. Do not handle rosebushes if foliage is wet and infected. Wait until leaves have dried before removing them and spraying. Monitor roses for rose slugs (small white caterpillars with black heads) and their damage (tissuelike patches …
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… removed and discarded, leaves thinly sliced 1 lemon, juiced 1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for drizzling 2 teaspoons honey Fresh ground black pepper 1 mango, diced small (about 1 cup) or … removed and discarded, leaves thinly sliced 1 lemon, juiced 1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for drizzling 2 teaspoons honey Fresh ground black pepper 1 mango, diced small (about 1 cup) or …
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… with environmental sensitivity. Lush growth at the water’s edge provides a rich ecosystem for birds, insects, fish, turtles, and other wildlife. At the same time, the shores of the Great … with environmental sensitivity. Lush growth at the water’s edge provides a rich ecosystem for birds, insects, fish, turtles, and other wildlife. At the same time, the shores of the Great …
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… through leadership transitions and is committed to ensuring continuity and stability for staff, donors, and partners. Most recently, Kathleen served as vice president of development … through leadership transitions and is committed to ensuring continuity and stability for staff, donors, and partners. Most recently, Kathleen served as vice president of development …
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… Join us for cocktails and conversation about gardening, cooking, and more with Jeff Ross, farmstead school manager at Blackberry Farm in Tennessee. For more information or to make your reservation over the phone, please call (847) 835-6925. …
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… Looking for some additions to your personal library? Check out the Lenhardt Library’s used book sale. All proceeds go towards the purchase of a new acquisition for the Garden’s rare book collection. Pay with cash, check, or credit cards; all sales are final. …
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… magenta-rose double flowers throughout the growing season. Deadhead (remove old blooms) or cut for indoor vases to encourage additional flowers. Full sun and average soil are ideal for this zinnia. …
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… exhibition hours. Model Railroad Garden hours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, weather permitting For safety reasons, strollers and tripods are not be permitted in the exhibition. Butterflies & … this event are nonrefundable. No cash value. Applies to five tickets and cannot be discounted for fewer tickets. Cannot be combined with any other offer. A confirmation will arrive via email once your order is received. Email confirmation required for entry, must be redeemed on-site at the Chicago Botanic Garden. For questions, please call …
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